Aardman has revealed more details about 'charming' Pokemon show
Aardman's Pokémon series will "celebrate the quirks, eccentricities and charms" of the beloved franchise.
Aardman's Pokémon series will "celebrate the quirks, eccentricities and charms" of the franchise.
The studio behind the likes of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun The Sheep will release Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu in 2027, and they have offered an insight into what fans can expect from the stop-motion project.
Following a reveal at the Annecy Animation Film Festival, Sarah Cox, chief creative director at Aardman said: “Aardman teams are delighted to bring the vivid physicality of stop frame animation into the Pokémon world.
"Director Tom Parkinson and his team have created a hand-crafted spin on the wonderful Pokémon we all know and love, with comedic storytelling that celebrates the quirks, eccentricities and charms of our heroes as they explore Galar on a delightfully offbeat Quest.
"Aardman and Pokémon share a strong commitment to creativity and talent on this shared quest of our own to bring joy to audiences across the world.”
The show is set in the franchise's Galar region, which has several geographical similarities to the UK, and it'll carry a suitably British sense of humour.
Phil Rynda, director of original animation at The Pokémon Company International, added: “It’s an honour to take part in Aardman’s panel at Annecy and talk about the shared commitment to quality, strong storytelling, memorable characters and a genuine respect for audiences and fans.
“This project gives us a unique opportunity to tell stories from the point of view of Pokémon, made possible by Aardman’s extraordinary craft, remarkable artistry.
"Their warmth, and affection for this much-loved Pokémon cast are evident in every brilliantly crafted frame.”
Aardman has developed special effects specifically for the new project, combining that technology with stunning Claymation.
During the panel, Aardman co-founder and director Peter Lord summed up the way the studio continues to shine with a focus on people and a love for animation.
He said: “Our animation might be ‘old school,’ but we do it for the love of the craft.
"Our teams are so good at their jobs, and this love shines on the screen. Basically, we keep doing what we love, and people love it too.”
